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EDP Renewables Finishes 150-MW Pleasantville Solar in Illinois for Microsoft

Corporate demand for clean power is steering new investment into Illinois communities.

Overview

  • Pleasantville Solar, completed Tuesday, sells all 150 megawatts under a long-term power purchase agreement with Microsoft.
  • EDP Renewables says the project will deliver more than $31.6 million for local schools, roads, and emergency services.
  • The build created about 300 construction jobs in Fulton County, according to the company.
  • Annual output is expected to match the electricity use of more than 39,500 homes and businesses.
  • The site expands the developer’s 1.6 gigawatt Illinois portfolio, which includes a technician training facility in Bloomington.